Category: Journal

09.22.25 The question “What changed?” has been nagging me lately. I had to take Step One before I even knew what AA was. I thought it was a religious cult. For so long, I was angry that I couldn’t control my drinking. Angry that I couldn’t hang on to the feeling alcohol gave me —… Read more

09.21.25 I needed some “me time” today. Yesterday was a long one, and after being out in public most of the day, I think my body and mind just needed to reset. I can only people for so long. This morning I sat with my coffee and picked up my bracelet supplies, before I knew… Read more

09.20.25 After the week we’ve had, Kendall and I decided some retail therapy was in order. Nothing crazy—no online horse bidding—just a few new outfits, some errands, and an excuse to get out of the house and give our hearts and minds a break from the heaviness of grief. It ended up being more than… Read more

09.19.25 I didn’t want to do anything today. Honestly, I wanted to stay in bed and be sad. That’s what the old me would’ve done—but I’ve learned that gets me nowhere. It’s okay to feel sad. It’s okay to sit with those feelings. But I’m also learning that my actions need to line up with… Read more